Google tends to bring new tricks to Android first, well, because it can.

Source: www.pcworld.com

The car, via Android Auto (which does not mean Android in the car itself) is attractive to buyers of new cars. Using the conventional automotive model this modest innovation may take 12-18 months to reach the market. The next wave of car buyers will not be willing to wait, and may opt for car sharing, even Uber to get around.